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Dog is listless, has diarrhea, and will not eat or drink
Bloody diarrhea has many causes: 1) swallowed sharp foreign body damaging the gut - X-ray and surgery; 2) parasite gut inflammation (normal energy or appetite) - deworm plus probiotics and anti-inflammatory; 3) parvovirus or corona causing bloody tomato-like stool, vomiting, dehydration, low spirits - high mortality, go to vet.
What happens if a dog eats glutinous rice?
Eating glutinous rice can cause indigestion with abdominal pain, vomiting, constipation; fast half a day then give probiotics or digestive tablets, then bland food like goat milk and congee. If eaten hastily it may stick in the esophagus and cause breathing difficulty, even death by choking if unnoticed.
What happens if a dog eats Banlangen (Isatis root)?
Proper Banlangen clears heat and soothes the throat, helping colds and some viral diseases; but too much causes lethargy, poor appetite, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea. If no improvement after 3 days, go to the vet to avoid delay or secondary pneumonia.
How to tell if a dog is sick?
Sick dogs often show reduced appetite, sleepiness, lethargy, slow reactions, and reluctance to move. Respiratory illness brings cough, runny nose, sneezing, fever, watery red eyes; digestive illness brings diarrhea, vomiting, soft stools, poor appetite; skin disease brings shedding, itching, scabs, dandruff, thickened inflamed skin.
My dog accidentally ate edible lily last night and has been vomiting yellow fluid and is lethargic this morning
Vomiting after eating lily suggests poisoning; lily poisoning causes continuous vomiting, anorexia, lethargy, severe kidney damage, and can cause kidney failure death within 2-3 days without urgent treatment. First induce vomiting, then rush to the vet for full exams (CBC, CRP, blood chemistry, blood gas, urinalysis) and treat accordingly.
How to help a Langqing dog’s ears stand up?
Langqing dogs usually start erecting ears at about 3 months; if they do not, calcium deficiency is likely - feed calcium-rich foods (shrimp shells, goat milk, soy products, calcium tablets) and get sunlight daily. Once calcium is sufficient ears stand. If still down, use breath-right strips and breathable tape, not too tight.
How to stop a dog from defecating everywhere?
Prepare a dog toilet at home and rub urine on it or spray attractant as a lure. Watch for pre-potty signs (sniffing, circling, anxious look), usually about 30 minutes after meals, and take it there. After it goes, reward a snack so it learns the spot.
How to tell if a dog is pregnant?
After pregnancy a dog stops going into heat; early signs are subtle, later showing sleepiness, increased appetite, enlarged nipples and abdomen, and occasional morning sickness. Pregnant dogs become sensitive and irritable if their belly is touched. About 1 month after mating with symptoms, get a B-ultrasound to confirm and check fetal development.
What is the Teddy Bear dog like?
The Teddy Bear dog is a type of Poodle, also commonly called a Teddy, and is a very popular pet and companion dog. It has a gentle, lively temperament, enjoys bouncing around the house, and is friendly and affectionate, making it good with children and the elderly. It is also curious and clingy, so it may get into mischief at home or eat things off the ground outside, and can develop separation anxiety if left alone too long.
My two-month-old dog passes white long worms in stool and scoots; redid dewormer 3 days ago but still sees live worms. Continue?
Internal parasites need oral dewormer; live worms a week later mean heavy load or working drug; redo in a week. Use praziquantel, Drontal, or internal pet love per weight. Deworm monthly under 1 yr, every 2-3 mo after. Add probiotics; avoid raw food.